Imagine the difficulties of raising a child who suffers from a severe health condition like epilepsy. After helping your child survive unpredictable bouts of seizures (sometimes the life-threatening variety), you have to schedule and reschedule their doctor visits and make sure you have a good supply of their potentially lifesaving medication. While some mothers and fathers can easily iron out the wrinkles in these daily situations, some parents face a different dilemma if their children are taking one drug that has gained notoriety over the years: marijuana. Although the drug can help these kids deal with debilitating symptoms, the little green plant is still severely regulated, even in states that have legalized both recreational and medical uses. However, more recently, the State of Colorado is working hard to help the parents of these children obtain this drug. Let’s take a closer look and find out how this is taking place.
Making Life Easier for Parents
Based on the current Colorado State Law, the situation is a bit tricky for parents seeking this potent drug for their children. As part of the program (as revealed in a report from Westword.com), only one caregiver is allowed to pick up the medical cannabis for the young patients, which can be a little tricky for parents whose children are suffering from particularly severe cases, as they cannot leave the kids alone for even the shortest period of time (out of concern over injury or death).
Sparking a Change
Overall, the entire debate about the changes to Colorado’s law was sparked by Matthew and Christine Cerrato, a couple who has been forced to drive 80 miles to retrieve medical marijuana for their son Ethan (who suffers from epilepsy). Besides conflicted schedules for themselves, the couple also has to take care of additional children. On one night, after she voiced her frustrations on Facebook, her relief came from an unlikely source.
Colorado State Representative Matt Gray responded to the post and introduced the new bill that would allow both parents (or two caregivers) the right to pick up and handle their children’s marijuana.
Seeking Treatment for Marijuana Use Disorder
Although the herb might be marketed as an alternative medicine and can help people suffering from HIV/AIDS and cancer, you have to remember that healthy people can still fall victim to this herb’s psychoactive properties. Marijuana addiction is rare, but it can happen. Do you want to take that chance? If you are trying to beat marijuana abuse or have a friend or family member who is coping with this terrible problem, get in touch with Asana Recovery today. Our professional team of counselors and healthcare experts will help you endure the painful process detox and withdrawal and guide you through each step of rehabilitation to help you separate yourself from these substances.
If you want to find out more about our residential treatment or supervised detoxification/withdrawal programs or enroll in one of these programs today, we are ready and waiting to speak with you at your leisure and your disclosure. Call Asana now at (949) 438-4504 to learn how you can kick your marijuana use to the curb.
